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Ella S. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Ella

Houma, LA
$10/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I love working with kids, I am 14 years old, I have about 6-7 year with caring for infants through teenagers. I will do house work(with permission) I do have the help I need to get to and from !

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Infants
Special Needs

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CPR
First Aid
Kaydence R. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Kaydence

Houma, LA
$12/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love kids, i have reliable transportation and can be there whenever needed. i am very trustworthy, i graduated in 2024. I love to help people, and babysitting has always brought me joy.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Carlie B. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Carlie

Houma, LA
$10/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Carlie! I have 2 children, one of them is special needs with medical defects. I do have experience dealing with heart babies, special needs and babies/toddlers without! I live them all. I want to work without leaving my children. I would LOVE to also work with other children.
I can also help with education and potty training if need be!

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Infants
Special Needs

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Olivia L. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Olivia

Houma, LA
$10/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I am 17 years old. I am a highschool student at H. L. Bourgeois Highschool looking to earn my own money. I work with kids daily as a summer camp counselor. During the summer my schedule is restricted to after 4 pm, due to my current Monday-Friday job. During the school year, I will end class at 12:40 and be free by 1:30.

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Infants
Special Needs
Brooklyn G. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Brooklyn

Houma, LA
$11.50/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

hi! i’m 18 years old, looking for a better job, and have always loved kids since a young age. i was born into 2 really big families so there were always kids i would find myself taking care of or playing with. some experience i have is obviously with my family, & i used to work in the nursery at my old church, i also worked at a summer camp during the summers.

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Infants
Special Needs
Sandy V. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Sandy

Houma, LA
$11.50/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Mother of 3 girls ages 27, 25, and 10. I have been working as a medical coder for over 20 years but I'm ready for a change. I am 48 years young. My 10 year old has mild cerebral palsy and after years of therapy with her I understand the importance of kids learning through play.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR

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Corleen B. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Corleen

Houma, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I'm corleen, I love taking care of children. I wasn't blessed to have any of my own. I'm very loving, patient and get along well with children. They adore me and I adore them.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Jessica G. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Jessica

Houma, LA
$9/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi. I'm Jessica. I've been a nanny ever since I was a child. I love kids and they love me.. I love helping shape our youth

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Jalynn T. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Jalynn

Houma, LA
$10/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi!
My name is Jalynn Talbot.
I am currently a stay at home mom to my one year old son. I am looking to care for one or two children Monday through Friday 7am-530pm. I would prefer to watch your children at my home, but this is negotiable. I have pets, but they have their own bedroom. I have a playroom set up, we eat healthy, and practice the Montessori method. I'm hoping to let my son interact with others around his age because he hasn't been able to much because of the pandemic. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Thanks.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Houma, LA?

The average cost of a babysitter in Houma, LA is $13.52 per hour. The cost of a babysitter is dependent on the babysitter’s experience, qualifications and location.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Houma, LA

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Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Houma, LA

Before beginning the search for a babysitter, it’s important to understand what you’re looking for and if a babysitter is the right choice for your child care needs. There are lots of benefits to hiring a babysitter such as getting the flexibility of having some more time for yourself or with your partner. When hiring a babysitter, first, you should explore the differences between a nanny and a babysitter. If you’re looking for occasional child care, babysitters are the right choice for you, but if you’re looking for more frequent care, a nanny may be better for your needs.

From there, you can think about what you expect your babysitter to handle so that you can create a profile for nannies to reach out to you. The boundaries for babysitters’ duties can vary from family to family. However, in general, a babysitter is responsible for making sure your kids’ needs are met, including things like ensuring they have opportunities to play and be active. When tasks go beyond child care, for example to housekeeping, laundry, or meal preparation, it’s good practice to communicate these expectations with your babysitter before hiring them. Along with the different duties that you ask for, experience and location in Houma can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Houma Babysitter Interviews

Once you start connecting with prospective babysitters, the next step is to conduct an interview. To make things a bit easier, here’s a list of some babysitter interview questions to consider asking:

  • Do you have experience being a babysitter?
  • What sort of household tasks are you open and comfortable doing?
  • Do you have any references?
  • Are you trained in First Aid or CPR in Louisiana?
  • Do you have a Louisiana driver’s license? Do you own a car?
  • How do you handle tantrums? Can you share an experience disciplining children?

During the hiring process, it’s essential to ask for references and by asking their references questions you gain a better understanding of they will fit in your family. As you get closer to hiring a nanny, be sure to run a background check to ensure your kids are in good hands. When evaluating a babysitter that you’re considering hiring, make sure you’re setting the foundation for a good relationship with your babysitter. You can do this by being clear about your expectations around babysitter responsibilities and compensation, and of course, by being friendly and welcoming!

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